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LS14 Lawn Scarifier Operating Instructions Before commissioning the machine, read operating instructions and observe warning and safety instructions.
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Manufacturer Details Tracmaster Ltd Sovereign Centre Victoria Road Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 9LR UNITED KINGDOM Tel: +44 1444 247689 www.tracmaster.co.uk info@tracmaster.co.uk Machine Details Model: CAMON LS14 Scarifier Serial Number: ..........Engine Serial No: ..........Date of Purchase: ..........Supplier: ..........
1.0 What the Machine is Designed For Applications The CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier has been designed by Tracmaster for removing the dead thatch and moss from lawns and other grassed areas. The benefit of scarifying a lawn is that it allows air, water and nutrients to reach the roots of the grass whilst removing unwanted dead and foreign material.
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Tracmaster Ltd 3.0 Unpacking and Assembly Major Components Diagram Operating Lever Engine Belt Guard Handlebar Locking Knob Rotor Cover Wheels Front Axle Height Adjustment Knob Unpacking Instructions Open the top of cardboard box. Cut the box open by using a sharp knife to cut down through the four corners of the box.
Tracmaster Ltd CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier 4.0 Safety Instructions – Pre-Operation Basic Safety Instructions Before starting the machine, read and understand these operating instructions. Main Components and Operating Elements Below is a description of the main components of the LS14 and how they operate.
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Tracmaster Ltd The top knob is connected to the centre of the front axle via a threaded rod. Rotating the knob in each direction will raise or lower the front axle in relation to the main chassis of the machine and in turn alter the height of the blades with the chassis.
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Tracmaster Ltd CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable. Store fuel in containers specifically designed for the purpose. Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling. Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Tracmaster Ltd 5.0 Safety Instructions Starting and Operating To Start the Engine Using the dipstick provided, check the engine oil level. Top up with 10w/30 oil if the dipstick is clear of oil. Check the fuel level. Refill as necessary and as determined by the fuel tank type –...
Tracmaster Ltd CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier To Stop the Engine Release the operating lever. Switch the engine ON/OFF switch to the ‘O’ off position. Turn the fuel tap lever to the OFF position. Ensure the blades have stopped rotating prior to moving the machine.
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Tracmaster Ltd Procedure for Unexpected Shut Down Release the operating lever Turn the engine operating switch located on the engine to the OFF position. Ensure the rotor shaft and blades have stopped rotating prior to moving the machine.
Tracmaster Ltd CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier 6.0 Maintenance Schedule Operation Daily Every Every Week Month Engine Check engine oil level 10W/30 See separate engine manual Machine Check condition of blades Check condition of blade rods Check belt condition Check operating lever and cable...
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Tracmaster Ltd Grab the right hand side of the belt close to the bottom pulley and pull as if you are trying to pull the belt off the bottom pulley. With your other hand slowly and carefully rotate the pulley in an anticlockwise direction and ease the belt off the pulley.
Tracmaster Ltd CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Changing the Blades: Safety glasses and gloves must be worn. Remove the rotor as described in section 6.3.2. Undo the grub screw located in one of the clamps that holds the blades and spacers onto the hexagonal section of the rotor shaft.
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Tracmaster Ltd Re-fill the oil if indicator shows more is required. For the Honda GP160 the recommended oil is SAE 10w/30. 6.4.2 Change Engine Oil Refer to the engine manufacturer's manual for location of components and more detailed assistance.
After cleaning, particularly if a pressure washer has been used, ensure any lubrication points are re-lubricated. Additionally Tracmaster recommends that a water dispersant product such as WD40 or GT85 is used on the rotor assembly and the underside of the chassis after cleaning.
Always clean the machine and dry thoroughly prior to storage and ensure all lubrication points have been re-greased. Additionally Tracmaster recommends that the blades and under side of the chassis are treated with a water dispersant product such as WD40 or GT85.
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier 8.0 Service Record To ensure your machine is kept in peak condition we recommend that your CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier is serviced regularly. Contact Tracmaster on 01444 247689 to find out who your local Authorised Agent is.
CAMON LS14 Lawn Scarifier Tracmaster Ltd EC Declaration of Conformity Tracmaster Ltd declares that the machinery stipulated below complies with all the relevant provisions of: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and the National Laws and Regulations adopting these directives and other relevant directive.
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